8 weird things that people have found shaped like Ohio

Most people have heard of seeing celebrities in food or finding recognizable shapes in clouds, but what causes this?

The phenomena is called pareidolia: the human ability to see shapes or make pictures out of randomness, as defined by Merriam-Webster.

Take a look at some of these Ohio-shaped examples:

1. It’s true, coffee grounds CAN read the future.

from @luckyscafe

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2. This summarizes winters in Ohio perfectly. 

3. However, this Ohio-shaped pancake will warm you right up. 

4. We know Ohio is a little slice of heaven. (Hint: turn your head) 

5. This awe sounds a lot like moo. 

6. What better way to relax on a summer evening than with a cold one?

7. Even when you are away from home, Ohio is never far from your thoughts. 

8. Ohio Summers + Ice Cream= Best thing ever!  

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